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Employment Opportunity

Position: Staff Assistant / Permitting Clerk
Department: Building & Zoning Department
Pay Rate: $16-$17 per hour (depending on experience)

The Gilchrist County Board of County Commissioners is accepting applications for a full-time Staff Assistant / Permitting Clerk within the Building & Zoning Department. This position is responsible for providing administrative and customer service support while assisting the public with permitting and zoning-related processes.

The ideal candidate will possess strong clerical and organizational skills excellent customer service abilities and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced office environment.

Work Schedule

Monday Friday
8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience as a Staff Assistant Office Clerk or similar administrative role
• Strong customer service and public interaction experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs including Word Excel and Outlook
• Ability to multitask and prioritize daily duties efficiently
• Typing speed of at least 55 words per minute
• Excellent organizational communication and time-management skills
• Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid drivers license

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with permitting zoning or building department processes

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Answer phones and assist the public professionally and courteously
• Assist customers with permitting applications and procedures
• Support the Building Official with plan review processes
• Handle correspondence emails and phone calls promptly
• Schedule inspections for the Building Official
• Accept and reconcile payments
• Perform general administrative and clerical duties as assigned

Benefits

Gilchrist County full-time employee benefits include:

• Employee-only Florida Blue Plan
• Vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays
• $25000 life insurance policy

Additional Information

Thank you for your interest in employment with Gilchrist County. Some job postings may be posted for other County Constitutional Offices. Each job posting will list the contact person for that position. All applications must be complete with all required documents included or attached. If a question does not apply to you please indicate with an N/A. Applications are only accepted for open positions. We do not accept resumes in lieu of applications.

Applicants will receive an email once their application has been submitted. Positions are open until filled. Some posted positions may be placed on hold once an adequate number of applications have been accepted. Submitted applications may be used to fill multiple positions. Please do not contact the department directly to check the status of your application. Failure to comply could result in your application being rejected. We appreciate your cooperation in this matter.

Gilchrist County is an Equal Opportunities Employer and a Drug Free Workplace. Gilchrist County requires pre-employment drug and background screening. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act must notify the human resources of the department listed. Notification to the hiring department must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

All applications must include a copy/photo of drivers license. Please include all required licenses and or certificates with your application. Please be aware that any omissions falsifications or misrepresentations concerning any part of your application may disqualify you for employment consideration.

VETERANS PREFERENCE. Veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans Preference ensures that veterans and eligible persons are considered at each step of the selection process. However preference does not guarantee that a veteran or other eligible person will be the candidate selected to fill the position. Section 295.07 Florida Statutes (F.S.) specifies who is eligible for Veterans Preference. State of Florida residency is not required for Veterans Preference. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes all required documents as per Rule 55A-7 Florida Administrative Code.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.